FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007

MARVEL COMICS FIRST LOOKS

FIRST LOOK: AVENGERS CLASSIC #6

Avengers Classic #6 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Stan Lee and Dwayne McDuiffe, with art by Jack Kirby and Michael Avon Oeming and a cover by Arthur Adams.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"A feature-length thriller introducing Zemo and his Masters of Evil! Caution! Reprinting Avengers #6 by Lee and Kirby, with a new story by McDuffie and Oeming."

Avengers #6 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE CHOSEN #4

Captain America: The Chosen #4 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by David Morrell, with art by Mitch Breitweiser and covers by Breitweiser and Travis Charest.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"Captain America faces the toughest challenge of his life as he becomes the subject of another government super-soldier experiment...a very different experiment than the one which created the Sentinel of Liberty. Or is it? What does this mysterious procedure have to do with U.S. Marine Corporal James Newman, currently deployed in Afghanistan? Will Newman be able to save the lives of his brothers in arms with the help of the Star-Spangled Avenger? Will Captain America survive the ordeal?"

Captain America: The Chosen #4 will be 32 pages and will cost $3.99.

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FIRST LOOK: CAPTAIN AMERICA #32

Captain America #32 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Ed Brubaker, with art and cover by Steve Epting.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"The Falcon and Black Widow hunt together! Can they save the Winter Soldier from becoming a tool of the Red Skull again? And if they do, will he just go kill Tony Stark? And what of Agent 13, Sharon Carter, who shot the final bullets into her true love, Steve Rogers, and has seen her life fall apart since then? Those answers, much action, and more!"

Captain America #32 will be 32 pages and will cost $3.99.

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FIRST LOOK: FRANKLIN RICHARDS: FALL FOOTBALL FIASCO!

Franklin Richards: Fall Football Fiasco! will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Marc Sumerak and Chris Eliopolous, with art and cover by Eliopoulos.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"It's first down and 10,000,000 BC as Franklin Richards hits the field for another batch of terrifically terrifying tales! But it's not just giant lizards our little hero has to worry about. He's also got to deal with visitors from the future, invaders from outer space and some very angry foliage! With five new stories."

Franklin Richards: Fall Football Fiasco! will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: HEROES FOR HIRE #15

Heroes for Hire #15 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Zeb Wells, with art by Alvin Lee and a cover by Francis Tsai.

Here's how Marvel describes the book:

"What kind of horrible impact does the World War Hulk event have on our heroes? Who will live? Who will die? Who will get mad and quit? The unexpected conclusion to a 5-part story."

Heroes for HIre #15 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: INCREDIBLE HULK #111

Incredible Hulk #111 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Fred Van Lente and Greg Pak, with art by Khoi Pham and a cover by Art Adams.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"Classified!"

Incredible Hulk #111 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: IRON MAN: DIRECTOR OF S.H.I.E.L.D. ANNUAL #1

Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. Annual #1 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Christos Gage, with art by Harvey Talibao and a cover by Jim Cheung.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"S.H.I.E.L.D. has a problem, and her name is Madame Hydra. The leader of the world's deadliest terror organization is also the lawful ruler of Wolverine's old stomping ground: the island nation of Madripoor. Unable to depose her openly, S.H.I.E.L.D. sends in its best man to secretly take her down. His name? Stark...Tony Stark. But with his Extremis powers blocked and his Iron Man armor hovering in orbit for emergencies only, can the Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. survive against enemies like Bloodscream and Roughhouse, who've nearly killed Wolverine himself? A roller coaster ride of action and espionage that will change Madripoor forever!"

Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. Annual #1 will be 48 pages and will cost $3.99.

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FIRST LOOK: THE LONERS #6

The Loners #6 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by C.B. Cebulski, with art by Karl Moline and a cover by Jason Pearson.

Here's how Marvel describes the book:

"Attempting to put their costumed pasts behind them, the Loners have learned that super hero life can be hell, even in the City of Angels. In this final issue of the acclaimed series, the spandex self-help group is attacked from within -- as one of their members betrays them! Shaken to the core, a Loner departs for good... in a way you never saw coming!"

The Loners #6 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: MARVEL ADVENTURES THE AVENGERS #18

Marvel Adventures The Avengers #18 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Ty Templeton, with art by Cafu and a cover by Tom Grummett.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"After centuries of imprisonment in solid rock, the legendary Hercules breaks out into the modern world. Will the Avengers be enough to stop a man-god gone mad? "

Marvel Adventures The Avengers #18 will be 32 pages and cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: MARVEL ADVENTURES FANTASTIC FOUR #30

Marvel Adventures Fantastic Four #30 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Daniel Way, with art by Steve Scott and a cover by Leonard Kirk.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"You've been bombarded with cosmic rays, granting you astounding abilities beyond the average human...do you use those powers to explore amazing new worlds and take on beings with near-limitless power, or do you take your skills to the streets and help the little man? "

Marvel Adventures Fantastic Four #30 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: MARVEL ILLUSTRATED: LAST OF THE MOHICANS #6

Marvel Illustrated: Last of the Mohicans #6 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Roy Thomas, with art by Steve Kurth and Denis Medri and a cover by Gerald Parel.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"It's the final battle against the Huron tribe -- but in the midst of the chaos, Cora asks the heroic Hawkeye to stay with her -- as her husband. And as Hawkeye's fame as a warrior spreads far and wide, he wonders about the life he could have...It's the bittersweet conclusion to this classic tale of transitional times -- plus in the final chapter of ³Deerslayer,² learn more about Hawkeye's formative years!"

Marvel Illustrated: Last of the Mohicans #6 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: PENANCE: RELENTLESS #3

Penance: Relentless #3 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Paul Jenkins, with art and cover by Paul Gulacy.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"As the authorities try to unravel the tangled skein of clues he left behind, rogue Thunderbolt Penance's chilling plan is revealed. What is Wolverine guarding that Penance wants? Also guest-starring the Fantastic Four! "

Penance: Relentless #3 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: POWERS #27

Powers #27 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Brian Michael Bendis, with art and cover by Michael Avon Oeming.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"Homicide detectives Christian Walker and Deena Pilgrim investigate murders specific to super hero cases, and they both have a secret: They both have powers. A powers virus is tearing through the city. Young people are disappearing in the night and waking up dead... in costumes. Walker has a new partner and no leads, and what could Deena Pilgrim's connection to all of this be."

Powers #27 will be 40 pages and will cost $3.95.

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FIRST LOOK: THUNDERBOLTS: BREAKING POINT

Thunderbolts: Breaking Point will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Christos Gage, with art by Brian Denham and a cover by Marko Djurdjevic.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"Songbird. Moonstone. The two longest-serving members of the Thunderbolts...but that's practically all they have in common. Songbird has vowed not to let Moonstone corrupt her team, while Moonstone schemes to kill Songbird in the field. This special issue follows the pair of heroes as they head inexorably toward confrontation...on a collision course that may tear the Thunderbolts apart!"

Thunderbolts: Breaking Point will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: MARVEL ILLUSTRATED: TREASURE ISLAND #6

Marvel Illustrated: Treasure Island #6 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Roy Thomas, with art by Mario Gully and a cover by Greg Hildebrandt.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"The seafaring saga comes to a stunning conclusion! Young Jim Hawkins is now a prisoner of the vicious pirates lead by the treacherous Long John Silver. Silver demands Hawkins take his scurvy crew to the treasure buried on the island-or his life is forfeit! We bring a close to this great adventure that has thrilled generations of readers since its debut. Be there for the cutthroat climax!"

Marvel Illustrated: Treasure Island #6 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: ULTIMATE VISION #5

Ultimate Vision #5 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Mike Carey, with art and cover by Brandon Peterson.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"The Gah Lak Tus module is sinking its alien cables down into the Earth's core as it draws the planet's elemental energies deep into itself. And the only chance Ultimate Vision has to defeat the module is‹to talk it to death! And when the Vision speaks -- run for cover! A fitting finale to one of the finer limited series of the year."

Ultimate Vision #5 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: WHAT IF? ANNIHILATION

What If? Annihilation will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Mike Carey, with art and cover by Mark Brooks.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"The wave of Annihilation nearly ravaged the cosmos...but what if Annihilus was not defeated in the outskirts of our galaxy? What if he brought his devastating alien armada to Earth? At the height of Civil War and Silent War, can our planet's mightiest heroes put aside their differences long enough to save all of humanity?"

What If? Annihilation will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: WOLVERINE: ORIGINS #19

Wolverine: Origins #19 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Daniel Way, with art by Steve Dillon and a cover by Marko Djurdjevic.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"'Our War,' part 4 of 5.
Logan, Captain America, Bucky and Nick Fury continue their assault on Baron Von Strucker's stronghold...but whose side is Logan really on? One of the most requested stories in Marvel history rolls on, giving readers not only the details of the first meeting between Captain America and Wolverine, but also an insight into the first time Wolverine realizes that he, like Captain America, has the power to change his own destiny. But will he?"

Wolverine: Origins #19 will be 32 pages and will cost $2.99.

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FIRST LOOK: X-MEN: EMPEROR VULCAN #3

X-Men: Emperor Vulcan #3 will arrive in stores on Nov. 21 from Marvel Comics. The issue is written by Christopher Yost, with art by Paco Medina and a cover by Billy Tan.

Here's how Marvel describes the issue:

"Havok and the Starjammers' world is turned upside down as they're forced to help Vulcan in his war against the enemies of the Shi'ar Empire. What horrifying secret of the Scy'ar Tal would make Havok join forces with his brother? And the question isn't IF Vulcan will betray the X-Men... it's when"